Is a design and making studio based in Arisaig, Highlands.
Craft is at the centre of everything we do.
Andrew Chavet
Loves to problem-solve tectonic conundrums and has a keen eye for detailing and construction. He has led the technical design, coordination and delivery of a number of installation projects ranging from a garden artist studio to an office lecture theatre and a workshop fitout to 6-storey helical staircase.
Kate Le Masurier
Has an eager interest in where buildings meet their streets; in public space, and the way in which humans interact with the world around them. This is coupled with a love of looking at, exploring and making beautiful and challenging things. Kate has worked on a number of architecture projects across a variety of scales and stages in countries around the world.
Kate and Andrew met while studying architecture at The University of Edinburgh. After completing the MA Architecture course in 2016 where much time was spent in the workshop. Both went on to graduate from the M Arch course, earning distinctions for their joint project 'Crafting the Liminal' which exhibited in the RSA New Contemporaries 2020 Exhibition.
Over the years they have refined their knowledge of small-scale construction and their skills within the workshop with a hands-on DIY approach to all of their projects.
Now fully qualified Architects, both work in London architecture and design studios. Studio Groove is their outlet for creative thinking and handcraft projects.